Players of Euro Truck Simulator 2 have a new wheel option to consider, according to a report from Windows Central. Fans of this trucking simulator “continue to be spoiled” with fresh hardware. The game, which launched in October 2012, has now been around for over 13 years, and manufacturers keep rolling out racing wheels tailored for it.
The report doesn’t specify the wheel’s brand, model, price, or platform compatibility. We’re not making any guesses on those details. Readers should refer to the original Windows Central article for all the specifics before making a purchase.
The wording in the headline highlights something important about the game. Peripheral manufacturers are consistently aiming their products at ETS2, which makes sense given the large and dedicated player base. The stats support this trend.
The game boasts a 97% positive rating from 188,240 reviews on Steam. At the time of this report, around 21,671 players were active in the game, based on the data we gathered. Its Metacritic score stands at 79. While this is lower than the Steam rating, it’s still a solid score for a simulation game developed by a smaller studio.
Priced at $19.99 on Steam, the game is much cheaper than most wheel hardware. This price gap attracts players who want to enhance their experience without needing to upgrade their software. ETS2 focuses on long, steady driving sessions, which makes it a perfect fit for wheel use compared to many other genres.
SCS Software both develops and publishes the game, which is categorized as Indie and Simulation on Steam. A truck simulator that works well with mainstream racing wheels gives buyers an extra incentive to invest, as one wheel can be used across multiple driving games.
| Steam reviews | 97% positive (188,240 reviews) |
| Metacritic score | 79 |
| Current players | 21,671 |
| Steam price | $19.99 |
| Release date | October 19, 2012 |
Community Pulse
The sentiment within the community, based on the 10 signals we analyzed, appears mostly positive. A Steam reviewer with 60 hours logged said ETS2 is “the first driving game that I played and I’m so glad that I did, it reeled me in badly.” They described their time with the game as “brilliant.” This kind of slow attachment helps explain why players are eager to invest in dedicated driving gear.
What To Watch
- Wheel specifics: Details like pricing, force-feedback features, and PC compatibility for the new wheel will determine if it’s a budget-friendly option or more for enthusiasts.
- Player count trends: We’ll keep an eye on whether the current 21,671 concurrent players remains steady or grows as new hardware and content are released.
- Platform questions: There’s been a lot of interest in ETS2’s cross-platform capabilities, as shown by ongoing coverage of the game, which could influence the wheels buyers decide to consider.
Alex Mercer
Alex Mercer is the Gaming News Editor at Explosion.com with over 8 years of experience covering the gaming industry. He previously wrote for several gaming publications and has attended E3, Gamescom, and The Game Awards as press. Alex specializes in breaking news coverage, studio analysis, and tracking industry trends. When not writing, he's grinding ranked matches in Valorant or exploring the latest RPG releases.
